Placement
This video lab consisting of five 21.5" computers will go in the open space in the library by my windows, facing the circulation desk. We have a classroom on the other side of the library, then a small section of 3 tables in the other open part of the library. I would put our video editing lab on these tables. They are set up for computers already, there are no computers there though!
IMAC 21.5 inch 3.06 GHz http://reviews.cnet.com/desktops/apple-imac-21-5/4505-3118_7-33783913.html
$1,199.00 x 5 = $5,995
Intel Core 2 Duo Processor, 4GB of memory, apple keyboard, apple mouse.
Software
Final Cut Express 4 http://www.macworld.com/reviews/product/413377/review/final_cut_express_4.html
Cost $199.00 x 5 = $995
This would be the editing software we would use.
Offers additional effects, titles, voiceover on top of what iMovie offers. Easily export videos.
Audio Hi Jack Pro http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,1712611,00.asp
$59.00 for up to 5 users
Takes audio from any application for your use.
Cameras
Flip Ultra HD http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-camcorders/flip-ultrahd-black/4505-6500_7-33637213.html?tag=mncol;lst;1
199.99 x 5 = 999.95
Small, simple, easy to use, click and shoot philosophy. Records up to 2 hours. Plug in and play to start editing.
Microphones
Sony Wireless Microphone System WCS-999 http://reviews.cnet.com/microphones/sony-wireless-microphone-system/4505-6469_7-20649153.html?tag=mncol;lst
http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/wireless_microphone_buyers_guide.htm
$149.99 x 5 = 749.95
Record voices up to 150 ft. away. Picks up sound from all directions. Tiny, easily hidden. Windsceen to help block out wind or extra noises. Monitoring earphone.
Logitech Premium Notebook Headset http://reviews.cnet.com/headsets/logitech-premium-notebook-headset/4505-13831_7-32035007.html
$59.99 x 5 = 299.95
Clear talk, with noise cancelling microphone. Choose the best computer connection for you, analog or USB.
Placement
This video lab consisting of five 21.5" computers will go in the open space in the library by my windows, facing the circulation desk. We have a classroom on the other side of the library, then a small section of 3 tables in the other open part of the library. I would put our video editing lab on these tables. They are set up for computers already, there are no computers there though!